Librarian II
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Job Description
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
The current vacant assignment entails implementing collaborative and active learning strategies and programs for small businesses entrepreneurs nonprofits and adult lifelong learners; offering workshops and oneonone instruction in business research creative software applications (i.e. Adobe Creative Suite) entrepreneurship and business growth; fostering collaborative partnerships within the New Haven economic ecosystem; raising awareness about resources and services in the library through outreach efforts; managing a special collection of resources for entrepreneurs and nonprofits; and providing innovative information services to meet the needs of a diverse urban adult population.
The successful candidate will be current with the latest library business and technology trends; have previous experience working directly with small businesses and nonprofits; provide reference services career resources and become familiar with basic small scale manufacturing makerspace technologies with training; foster collaboration between makerspace and entrepreneurial opportunities; have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; maintain a professional commitment to equity diversity and inclusion; and value teamwork. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Formulates and executes online data base searches via online information retrieval systems such as Dialog.
- Conducts inservice training workshops and prepares instructional material on the use of general information services. Assists in the training of entry level librarians and support staff.
- Reviews and revises the work of other catalogers.
- Has responsibility of operation of a special collection and/or service such as Job Information Health or AudioVisual; selects materials develops procedures plans informational materials works with community groups and participates in related statewide activities.
- Includes all duties of a Librarian I.
- Performs related work as required.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Ability to organize and maintain a specialized library collection or service within a department;
- Experience with a variety of online databases and the ability to apply this knowledge in planning and implementation of research or catalog work;
- Ability to evaluate and advise on the disposition of reference questions or on matters of cataloging practice;
- Ability to instruct and train Librarian I and support staff.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Masters degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited library school.
SALARY BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a General Fund Non Tested position.
This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 3144 American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees.
Bargaining agreements available to review HERE.
General Funded hires into this class are not covered by Social Security and will not pay Social Security taxes. They instead participate in the City Pension; the employee contribution rate is 10 of pay.Selection Plan
Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.
It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. This information may be used to determine the eligibility list. Submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.
Information regarding the employment and selection process can be found HERE.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
